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Protest leader Penguin and another surrender to police for questioning

1 Oct 18:46 Key points summarised by AI

Ratsadon group leaders Parit “Penguin” Chiwarak and Nutchanon Pairote surrendered to police at the Royal Thai Police HQ in Bangkok.
They faced arrest warrants for alleged illegal assembly and violating COVID-19 emergency decrees during a protest demanding the release of 31 'Ban Talu Fah' members.
Parit urged his supporters to proceed with a planned protest on Tuesday at Ratchaprasong intersection if he was not released on bail, reaffirming his commitment to the movement.

Yesterday 17:04 Key points summarised by AI

Civic groups, including those representing labourers and older people, submitted a protest letter demanding the Bhumjaithai Party withdraw bills to shift funding for four organizations (Thai PBS, Older Persons Fund, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Sports Authority of Thailand) from earmarked taxes to the central government budget.
Leaders argue these organizations were established for public interest, supporting public service media, elder care, public health, and sports development, and any amendments should consider all stakeholders' views.
Over 70% of parliamentary poll respondents opposed the proposed changes, prompting civic leaders to call on the ruling party to respect the people's will and withdraw the bills.
A network of slum dwellers also opposes the funding changes, threatening a rally if the government fails to address their demands.